Category Archives: Attractions

5 Summer Food Festivals around North Cornwall, 2016

Cornwall is blessed with some of the finest local produce of any region in the UK, and what better way to celebrate it than at one of our great food festivals?  Many of events include some great edibles, but here are 5 festivals still to come this Summer that focus on food!  If we missed […]

8 Great Farm Shops around North Cornwall

One of the joys of living in a rural area is the fresh produce available from local farms.  Many corner shops and supermarkets are getting better at stocking local produce, and of course the farmer’s markets at Bude and Launceston are well worth a visit, but still the best bet for those of us wanting […]

The Best Bluebell Woods in and around North Cornwall

Any garden lover knows that the South West is full of great gardens to explore, from manicured lawns to expansive parkland.  However, one of the biggest highlights of the calendar is usually entirely natural – bluebells.  Here we have compiled 8 fantastic spots for seeing bluebells – 4 free, and 4 that charge an entrance […]

5 Reasons to Visit the Tamar Valley

We feel hugely privileged to be located in the upper Tamar Valley as you can probably tell from our name.  It’s hard to imagine that the gentle river at the bottom of our hill is the same that is spanned by the Brunel bridge at Plymouth.  This remarkably unspoilt area is still completely new to […]

The Best Bistros and Gastro-Pubs in and around North Cornwall

Feeling peckish?  Fancy something something fancy but nothing too formal?  The area of North Cornwall and Devon is peppered with great options for eating out, from simple pub grub to first-class fine dining.  If you’re looking for a special meal out without the formality, here are fantastic 5 local bistros and gastro-pubs – booking ahead […]

8 Great Local Legends of North Cornwall and Devon

The South-West is is brimming with legend and folklore.  Many legends evolved to explain bizarre geographical phenomena – others, to deal with the conflict between pagan traditions and the new arrival of Christianity.  We’ve selected our 8 favourite local legends (not including ghost stories – that’s still to come), all within reach of our boutique […]

What’s on near North Cornwall for Easter 2016

Easter is a fantastic time to be around North Cornwall.  Not only do you get the benefits of the stunning springtime scenery, but you can also make the most of the numerous Easter events due to take place.  We can’t possibly list them all, but here is a selection of our favourites.  If we’ve missed […]

Top 5 Spring Gardens around North Cornwall

Our guests love our gardens and grounds, but when they’re looking for even more floral beauty, there are some great attractions in the area.  All the gardens in the South-West that are open are showing off their finest springtime flowers this season, and there are some truly breath-taking spots.  Of course, major gardens like Heligan […]

Top 5 Filming Locations around North Cornwall and Devon

Boasting dramatic cliffs, desolate moorland and characterful locals, it’s no surprise that the West Country has been the setting of some of the nation’s favourite stories.  Many filming locations are further down Cornwall but here is our round-up of the Top 5 that are within reach of North Cornwall. Due to the fame of the […]

Top 5 Dog-Friendly Attractions around North Cornwall

We are always glad to welcome dogs to our cottages – but are there enough dog-friendly attractions around North Cornwall to keep them occupied?  The answer is a resounding yes!  Read More to check out our Top 5 attractions in the area that will be as pleased to meet your four-legged friend as we are! […]